Controller Jobs in Lubbock, TX (NOW HIRING)

GENERAL PURPOSE
Oversee all financial aspects for assigned location, including analysis, forecasts, budgeting, and reporting. Coordinate
local compliance with DFA policies and procedures and ensure cooperation with enterprise-wide functional departments.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintain adequate accounting system records, ensure timely completion of standard procedures (i.e., period
end closing, financial statement analysis, and daily accounting transactions), and consistently enhance controls
and business solutions designed to mitigate financial risk
Prepare annual budget, financial reports, cost reports, financial forecasts, regulatory reports, and monthly milk
reporting. Analyze variances and determine reasons and explanations. Interface with leadership, regulators, and
government agencies as necessary
Direct monthly general ledger closing process, ensure completion of journal entries, and manage report
completion, including purchase price variance analysis, production variance analysis, cost savings, balance
sheet reconciliations, and spending analysis
Prepare and distribute periodic plant/area/group financial analysis or business summaries, including insightful
commentaries detailing issues, opportunities, and action plans
Provide routine or ad hoc analysis and communicate with leadership regarding significant financial performance
variances
Work closely with leadership to identify opportunities and develop strategies, understand internal business
operations, and make decisions on process development and implementation to increase efficiencies and create
cost savings
Ensure positive cash position, protect assets, identify profit improvement opportunities, and comply with all
regulatory requirements
Ensure accuracy and timeliness of inventory transactions, accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed assets,
and internal controls
Lead personnel in monitoring and maintaining Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and serve as member of
process improvement team and assist in cost savings initiatives
Manage employees, including recruitment, supervision, scheduling, development, evaluation, and performance
management if have direct reports. Maintain and promote positive employee relations in work environment
The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee,
but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Undergraduate degree in business, accounting, finance, or related curriculum (or equivalent combination of
experience and education)
8+ years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, or related discipline
Leadership attributes, team leadership, or supervisory experience preferred
Certification and/or License - Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
preferred; other certifications or licenses may be required during course of employment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Advanced knowledge of general accepted accounting principles (GAAP) related to accounting and financial
reporting
Solid knowledge of company computer systems and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
Able to take ownership of financial and accounting functions
Able to provide timely, high quality and comprehensive information
Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, and present large amounts of data in
an executive-level format
Able to analyze and make recommendations from large amounts of data
Able to think strategically and creatively
Able to interpret and apply company policies
Able to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines
Able to work collaboratively with employees in a variety of departments and build consensus around key
initiatives
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Able to adapt to changing operational needs
Able to supervise staff efficiently and effectively (if have direct reports)
Able to maintain confidentiality of information
Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans